Hi there. I've been looking at what Havasu's have sold for - on here and Ebay - and none are even close to the $6200 price tag on the one I'm looking at. It's not in perfect condition at all, and I offered $5K which was a no-go. It is thousands of $'s more than the one in Awesome condition that was recently on Ebay. But, it's in California. And Everything in California is absolutely bonkers price-wise. So frustrated!!! Do you think the fact that it's so rare justifies the price? I'm trying to find a reason to pay that much because it's adorable and it's available, and I haven't (yet) have someone step on my head to grab it before me.

Suppose it was in New Jersey at $5000. How much would it cost to go get it? Would you buy it sight unseen? If it really is the perfect camper for you then the cost is secondary and will soon be forgotten. While another one will come up, you aren't getting any younger. If you buy it, pictures would be nice. Good luck, Raz

Hi there. I've been looking at what Havasu's have sold for - on here and Ebay - and none are even close to the $6200 price tag on the one I'm looking at. It's not in perfect condition at all, and I offered $5K which was a no-go. It is thousands of $'s more than the one in Awesome condition that was recently on Ebay. But, it's in California. And Everything in California is absolutely bonkers price-wise. So frustrated!!! Do you think the fact that it's so rare justifies the price? I'm trying to find a reason to pay that much because it's adorable and it's available, and I haven't (yet) have someone step on my head to grab it before me.
Thanks for any advice! Harriet

Yup, understand the CA prices but rare doesn't automatically mean more $, condition is the key. If you're good with your offer, leave them your # and see what happens......others may not think it's worth the asking price and you may end up being a happy owner. Bottom line, some times you just have to walk away and keep looking. Good luck to you, the right ones out there .

What is your time and convenience worth? Many sellers asking way too much are very patient. Expecting them to be reasonable, or realistic, can be a waste of time.

Either over pay or move on and keep looking. Me I am patient, so I would keep looking. But I also have a large enough tow vehicle that I have many more options I can consider.

I can say market priced (not overpriced) F/G molded trailers in good condition of this age do not last long, more like hours. It can be frustrating looking for a trailer when you have to pounce and decide immediately. We drove 400 miles ONE way for our trailer. What's driving 400 miles one way worth?

Rarity doesn't affect value, BUT, if its exactly what you want, convenient to where you live, yes, expect to pay a premium.

If you are patient, trailer is similar to a Compact Jr and a couple of other brands, except it has a permanent fiberglass top instead of a canvas sided adjustable top. That makes this camper taller (won't fit in as many garages).

Ad sounds like seller put a ton of work into it. Often, they will be less flexible' knowing the hours and $$ they have spent on it. Eventually they might come around, but I doubt it.

Anytime one of my daughters came to me for money to buy something that was " Cute " or " Adorable" , I automatically knew it was overpriced , there would be no rational discussion and I would end up paying.
If this is the trailer you just "GOTTA" have , buy it ,enjoy it and move on.
$1200 in the scheme of things is not that much money !

Calif isn't the only place people are asking big money for FG trailers.
I follow prices in BC Canada. People are asking 5G for a "project" boler.
I've seen NICE Bolers for over 11G listed!

Quote:

Originally Posted by steve dunham

If this is the trailer you just "GOTTA" have , buy it ,enjoy it and move on.
$1200 in the scheme of things is not that much money !

"Last year it sold one at $1,600 in Oregon, with a little work to do.
You have to be patient and very lucky to find such a discount."

If they're cheap you almost have to be a good neighbour or close friend to get it, then spend TIME,,, and MONEY before you can go camping.
Can use it as is for this year then start some updating,,, .
Fred

If the trailer is what you want and you can use it right away just buy it. The ones with a little to do usually end up costing that much anyway. It's time versus money, and the season is upon us. Be good with whatever you do. I went to Canada and the price was a bit higher, maybe. Never looked back, just lovin' it...

My old granny used to say - a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. If I was deciding I'd buy it if I had the money. Prices are going up regularly on FG campers - and this one has some improvements and is available.

Hubby and I were chatting the other day and he let drop that someone had asked about buying our Trilium . It isn't for sale but we figured we'd ask $6000. It is pretty much original apart from some minor, cheap mods - like shelves in the closet. If the only offer we got was a bit less we could go down.

You ask too many questions and take too long to decide, you lose the camper, I am sorry to say. I was one of those who bought the fiberglass camper, sight unseen and 3 states away, while someone was asking too many questions.

Sadly in the world of molded trailers, you can spend a long time finding a deal. Meanwhile, you are missing out on the camping season (or two camping seasons, or more)!

Sometimes it is better to overpay to get a camper now rather than waiting. Only you can decide.

It's a balance: how long have you been looking, how aggressively? Are you willing/able to drive further for a deal? Can you launch for a deal any day of week?

I sold my last molded trailer in four hours. I priced it low to move, but not give away. Probably about $1000 under market. I had already bought its replacement so I was ready to move on.

Bought my last two on the first day they were for sale. Both were OK deals but not super deals. Super deals are unicorns. Good/fair deals are more realistic. Some are definitely over priced. To be fair to sellers, it's kind of hard to figure out value on the older stuff (40year old trailers). Newer trailers are easier to price. Molded trailers are relatively rare, so finding one for sale in your area that meets your requirements is even rarer, my last trailer purchase was 400 miles away, one way....

No one wants to overpay for anything and buying anything used has its risk factors . Rushing into a decision can be as bad as delaying a decision. Being apprehensive / cautious is NOT a character flaw .
I for one would not pay 20 or 30 or 40 % more for a luxury item no matter how neat or fun it seems.
We have been looking at buying an Escape and we are constantly admonished that we should order know cause we are loosing time and memories. That reasoning doesn't work for me.
I don't take spending thousands of dollars lightly .
It's your money and life and you need to do what's best for you
even if it means passing up the sale of the century.
If you don't get this trailer , cute or not , life will go on and you can still have fond memories.